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Gilford

Originating from the Old English term meaning 'at the meadow,' Atley signifies a person who is peaceful and grounded, embodying a natural grace and a sunny, open-hearted disposition.

Key Stats

Total births1,225
GenderMale (3% / 97%)
Peak year1921
Peak generationG.I. Gen
First recorded1916
Most recent1962
Syllables2
Origin
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Top States

TX — 57%TN — 14%KY — 14%OK — 14%AK — 0%

Notable People

Atley Donald (Major League Baseball pitcher for the New York Yankees) · Atley King (Canadian jazz musician and composer) · Atley Simon (Professional Canadian football player for the Saskatchewan Roughriders) · Atley Greatwood (Professional football player for the Oregon Ducks) · Atley Moore (Set decorator known for 'The Great Dictator')

Nicknames & Diminutives

AttieLee

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